MAY 15
2013
PASS · 0 violations
PLAYA ESCONDIDA RESTAURANT, INC..
Chicago Health Dept
3938 N CICERO AVE · AVONDALE, CHICAGO
Last inspected 2013.
10 inspections on record since 2010 · Last inspected May 2013.
Last inspected May 2013. Records may not reflect current conditions.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTIONS
10
VIOLATIONS
33
total on record
LAST INSPECTED
MAY 2013
INSPECTION HISTORY
MAY 8
2013
FAIL 2 violations
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION FROM 05/24/12 , REPORT # 1215129 CODE 30,"FOUND FOOD ITEMS NOT PROPERLY LABELED IN WALK IN COOLER... REACH IN FREEZER..." NOT CORRECTED. .SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
FREEZERS NEED DETAIL CLEANING.
MAY 24
2012
PASS 7 violations
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
Found food items not properly dated/labeled in wak in cooler, coolers, reach in freezer, must date and label food items in walk in cooler, coolers, reach in freezer.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Caulk by 3 compartment sink, prep table areas in state of disrepair, shall be replaced/repaired.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Non food contact surfaces of walk in cooler shelving, cooler shelving, prep table, ice machine not clean need detailed cleaning(crevices).
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners), floors in storage rooms need detailed cleaning(corners).
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Missing ceiling tiles in rear kitchen prep area, shall be provided, damaged ceiling tiles shall be replaced, walls in prep areas need detailed cleaning.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
Light shields in kitchen prep areas not clean, need cleaning.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Exhaust vent(ventilation)in walk in cooler, coolers, kitchen prep area, not clean need detailed cleaning, exhaust vents in bathrooms need cleaning.
DEC 6
2011
PASS 1 violation
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
DAMAGED BASE WALLS IN STORAGE AREA MUST BE FIXED CEILING FAN IN DINING AREA HAS BEEN CLEANED
NOV 28
2011
FAIL 6 violations
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #580163,04-04-11 NOT CORRECTED,SERIOUS VIOLATION,CITATION ISSUED,FOUND #32 MUST PROVIDE DRAIN STOPPERS IN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN FRONT AND REAR,# 35 DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN PREP MUST BE REPLACED,TINY HOLES IN THE STORAGE AREA MUST BE SEALED ,#41 MUST ORGANIZE STORAGE ROOM; GIVEN 5 DAYS 12-06-11 TO CORRECT VIOLATION
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYER NOT CLEAN,GREASY MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN;EXTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE NOT CLEAN MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. ALL SHELVES IN STORAGE ROOM UNCLEAN MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. CEILING FAN IN DINING AREA UNCLEAN MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN; DAMAGED BASEWALLS IN STORAGE ROOM MUST BE FIXED
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
Cleaning equipment shall be properly stored away from food, utensils, equipment, and clean linens. CLEANING EQUIPMENT IN PREP AREA MUST BE REMOVED AND PROPERLY STORED AT THE REAR AREA
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN
All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair. MUST WEAR HAIR CAP /HAIRNET IN THE PREP AREA
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APR 4
2011
PASS 5 violations
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. MUST PROVIDE DRAIN STOPPERS IN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN FRONT AND REAR; MUST REPLACE WORN OUT WEATHER STRIP AT THE EXIT DOOR,MUST PROPERLY SEAL DOOR; MUST PROVIDE WIRE SCREEN IN SMALL WINDOW AT THE REAR AREA
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. SHELVES FOR CLEAN KITCHEN UTENSILS,SHELVES FOR INGREDIENTS UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN; CHOPPING BOARD UNCLEAN MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOOR THRUOUT NEEDS CLEANING,FRUITS INSIDE WALKL IN COOLER MUST BE ELEVATED 6 INCHES FROM THE FLOOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN PREP AREA NEEDS TO BE REPLACED; TINY HOLES IN THE STORAGE AREA MUST BE SEALED
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. MUST ORGANIZE STORAGE ROOM
OCT 14
2010
PASS W/ CONDITIONS 2 violations 1 CRITICAL
PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED, 7-42-090
Previous serious violation not corrected 10-07-2010, report# 361300: -30 Foods stored inside coolers not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers. -32 Bottom of storage shelves and shelves inside coolers rusted. Instructed to repaint with non-toxic paint. -35 Wall tile missing in areas. Instructed to replace missing tile and seal all holes and openings. -38 Hot water pressure low at rear exposed handsink. Instructed to increase water at handsink. First handsink in prep area faucet handles not maintained. Instructed to repair handles to have water supply turn on and off. Men's toilet room yrinal not maintained. Instructed to install urinal at plumbing fixture. Critical citation issued 7-42-090 Plumber arrived on premises before end of inspection to repair plumbing. Service invoice attach. Manager started at end of inspection cleaning and repaint shelves.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
Unnecessary articles stored in rear. Instructed to remove all unused articles and detail clean area.
OCT 7
2010
FAIL 4 violations
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
Previuos minor violations not corrected:02-03-2010, report# 150234: -30 Foods stored inside coolers not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original container. -32 Bottom of storage shelves and shelves inside cooler rusted. Instructed to to remove rust and apply non-toxic sealant. Bottom of storage cabinet not sealed. Instructed to seal holes around pipes. -33 Cooking equipment, storage shelves, deep fryer cabinet, prep tables and counter and front cabinets not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize. -34 Floor not cleaned or maintained thru-out premises. Instructed to detail clean and reseal floor of missing grout. -35 Light covers in areas not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean. Ceiling tile missing or damaged in areas. Instructed to replace all missing or damaged tiles. Wallbase and coving not maintained along wall in prep and storage area. Instructed to reseal rubber coving. Wall tile missing in areas. Instructed to replace missing tile and seal all holes. -38 Hot water pressure low at rear exposed handsink. Instructed to increase water at handsink. First handsink in prep area faucet handles not maintained. Instructed to repair handles to have water supply turn on and off. Men's toilet room urinal not maintained. Instructed to install urinal at plumbing fixture. Serious citation issued 7-42-090.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Interior ice machine panel not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
One compartment sink leaking at bottom drainline. Instructed to repair to prevent leak.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
Unnecessary articles stored in rear. Instructed to remove all unused articles and detail clean area.
MAR 11
2010
PASS · 0 violations
FEB 3
2010
PASS 6 violations
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
Foods stored inside cooler not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original container.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Bottom of storage shelves and shelves inside cooler rusted. Instructed to remove rust and apply non-toxic sealant. Bottom of storage cabinet not sealed. Instructed to seal holes around pipes.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Cooking equipment, storage shelves, deep fryer cabinet, prep tables and counter and front cabinets not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Floor not cleaned or maintained thru-out premises. Instructed to detail clean and reseal floor of missing grout.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Light covers in areas not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean. Ceiling tile missing or damaged in areas. Instructed to replace all missing or damaged tiles. Wallbase and coving not maintained along wall in prep and storage area. Instructed to reseal rubber coving. Wall tile missing in areas. Instructed to replace missing tile and seal all holes.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Hot water pressure low at rear exposed hand sink. Instructed to increase water pressure at hand sink. First hand sink in prep area faucet handles not maintained. Instructed to repair handles to have water supply turn on and off. Men's toilet room urinal not maintained. Instructed to remove water supply and cap off.
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